Femovan 0.03 mg/0.075 mg Tablet

This medication has Ethinyl Estradiol and Gestodene as active ingredients. It is a combination drug, which helps in the prevention of pregnancy.

The drug should not be used in case you are allergic to any substance present in it. Patients who have a history of blood clots and suffer from angina should discuss the uses and risks of the drug before taking it.

• Oral Contraceptives

• Allergy

• Undiagnosed Vaginal Bleeding

• Heart And Blood Vessel Disorder

• Estrogen-Dependent Tumor

• Liver Disease

• Nausea

• Irregular Uterine Bleeding

• Stomach Pain

• Headache

• Breast Pain

• Weight Gain

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this medication lasts for 3-4 days

• What is the onset of action?

  The effect of this medication can be observed within 4-6 hours of oral administration.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Use of this medication is not recommended if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy in immediate future. Contact your doctor if you suspect pregnancy while being treated with this medicine.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medication should be used with caution in women who are breastfeeding. Consult your doctor before using this medication.

• Missed Dose instructions

  Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose then the missed dose can be skipped.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Contact your doctor if an overdose is suspected.

This medication is a semisynthetic estrogen that enters the cells and binds to the estrogen receptors and forms a complex that enters the cell nucleus and bind to the DNA. This activates the DNA transcription of genes that are involved in estrogenic cellular responses.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Ethanol

  Avoid the uptake of alcohol while taking this medication.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Lab

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Carbamazepine

  Report the use of either of these medications to the doctor. Use of these medicines together can cause some serious side effects. You may require a dose adjustment and more frequent monitoring while taking them together. Do not stop the use of any medicine without consulting your doctor.

  Prednisolone

  Report the use of either of these medications to the doctor. You may need a dose adjustment and more frequent monitoring while using these medicines together. Do not stop the use of any medicine without consulting your doctor.

  Tetracycline

  Report the use of either of this medication to the doctor. The risk of adverse effects is significantly high while using these medicines together. Your doctor may determine the course of treatment after assessing your condition.

  Tranexamic Acid

  These medicines should not be taken together unless absolutely necessary since the risk of adverse effects are significantly high. However, your doctor may determine the best course of treatment depending on the severity of the condition.

  Warfarin

  Report the use of warfarin or any other medication taken to manage blood clots in the body. You may need a dose adjustment and safety monitoring while using these medicines together.

  Sulfadiazine

  Report the use of either of the medicine to the doctor. The risk of adverse effects is significantly high while using these medicines together. Your doctor may determine the course of treatment after assessing your condition.

• Interaction with Disease

  Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding

  This medication should be used with caution if the patient has had an episode of abnormal vaginal bleeding especially if the intended use is for a long duration. It is advised to undergo a diagnostic test to ascertain the reason for the abnormal bleeding. Conditions like endometrial hyperplasia should be ruled out before starting the therapy with ethinyl estradiol.

  Estrogen-Dependent Tumor

  This medication is not recommended for use in patients having a tumor caused due to abnormal levels of estrogen in the body. The tumor may be of the endometrium or the breasts. Suitable diagnostic tests should be performed before starting treatment with estradiol.

  Hypertension

  This medication should be used with extreme caution in patients having high blood pressure. The risk of adverse effects on the heart and blood vessels are extremely high in such cases. Suitable dose adjustment and safety monitoring is a must in such cases.

  Heart And Blood Vessel Disorder

  Use of this medication is not recommended for use in patients who have had or are currently having a disease of the heart and blood vessels. Your doctor may determine the best course of treatment after assessing the severity of the condition.

  Hepatic Neoplasms

  Use of this medication is not recommended if the patient has cancer of the liver is suspected of having it. Your doctor may decide the best course of treatment after assessing the condition.

• Interaction with Food

  Food

  Information not available.

• Ques : What is Femovan 0.03 mg/0.075 mg Tablet?

  Ans : This medication has Ethinyl Estradiol and Gestodene as active ingredients. It is a semisynthetic estrogen that enters the cells and binds to the estrogen receptors and forms a complex that enters the cell nucleus and bind to the DNA.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Femovan 0.03 mg/0.075 mg Tablet before I see improvement in my condition?

  Ans : This medication should be consumed, until the complete eradication of the disease. Thus it is advised to use, till the time directed by your doctor. Also taking this medication longer than it was prescribed, can cause an inadequate effect on the patient's condition.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Femovan 0.03 mg/0.075 mg Tablet?

  Ans : The duration of effect for this medicine is dependent on the severity of the patient’s condition. Therefore the frequency of usage of this medication will vary from person to person. It is advised to follow the proper prescription of the doctor, directed according to the patient's condition.

• Ques : Should I use Femovan 0.03 mg/0.075 mg Tablet empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : This medication is advised to be consumed orally. The salts involved in this medication react properly if it is taken after having food. If you take it on an empty stomach, it might upset the stomach. Please consult the doctor before using it.

• Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Femovan 0.03 mg/0.075 mg Tablet?

  Ans : This medication contains salts which are suitable to store only at room temperature, as keeping this medication above or below that, can cause an inadequate effect. Protect it from moisture and light. Keep this medication away from the reach of children.